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Definitive ranking of the best Malayalam films released in the 2020s.
Looking for the most acclaimed Malayalam cinema of the 2020s? This list ranks the standout titles by IMDb rating, critic reception, and audience popularity. Every entry includes streaming availability and an editorial breakdown.
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A.R.M - Ajayante Randam Moshanam spans across three generations, weaving a tale of heroism and legacy. This action-packed drama takes us back to Northern Kerala's rich past.
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In the gripping action thriller Rifle Club, a historic rifle club faces a deadly threat from an arms dealer. Members band together to protect their legacy and lives in this 2024 Malayalam film.
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In the intricate world of cybercrime, how far would you go to reclaim lost love? I Am Kathalan plunges viewers into Vishnu's dangerous quest, where a simple attempt to win back his girlfriend escalates into a high-stakes game of revenge. It's a thrilling ride that risks everything.
2025 · 0 min
Ronth captures the raw tension of a night shift for two patrol officers as they face dangerous calls and personal struggles. This gripping Malayalam thriller is a must-watch for fans of the genre.
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Experience the delightful chaos of family life in 'Madhuvidhu,' a romantic comedy that promises laughter and heartfelt moments in equal measure.
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Hridayapoorvam is a 2025 Malayalam rom-com-drama about a middle-aged heart-transplant survivor who crashes a stranger's life in Pune — and finds something unexpected. It's funny, it's tender, and it earns its 151-minute runtime.
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Vyasanasametham Bandhumithradhikal is a heartfelt comedy-drama that explores family dynamics, personal growth, and the chaos that often accompanies love and relationships.
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Balti intertwines the gripping world of kabaddi with the perilous undertones of crime, showcasing a star athlete's turbulent journey. This Malayalam action-drama promises intensity and emotion.
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In the vibrant world of Aashaan, dreams collide with reality as a film crew transforms one man's life. This Malayalam comedy-drama explores ambition, the magic of cinema, and the challenges faced along the way.
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A Devikulam police officer loses his hearing during a brutal interrogation—and must solve the case that cost him everything. John Luther is a 2022 Malayalam thriller that asks whether duty survives disability.
2026 · 0 min
Abrid Shine's Spa plants itself inside a massage centre called La Paradise and doesn't flinch from what it finds there. Sharp, funny, and occasionally uncomfortable — this is Malayalam adult satire with something real to say.
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Served Cold is a 26-minute Malayalam drama about two women who find warmth in each other across the walls of loveless marriages. Tender, restrained, and quietly radical.
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Experience the passion and chaos of underground wrestling in 'Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies'. Join three brothers as they chase a childhood dream in this action-packed Malayalam film.
2021 · 0 min
The life of a failed musician, sunny takes a dramatic turn as he smuggles himself back from Dubai to Kerala in midst of a global pandemic and shuts himself from the society.
2022 · 0 min
Abraham Mathew Mathan aka Paappan, a voluntarily retired S.P. from the Crime Branch who is unwillingly reinstated to the force for investigating a long-standing murder case.
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Thalavara is a 2025 Malayalam drama about a man with vitiligo who finds love and chases a dream of acting, only to face crushing rejection. At 119 minutes, it's an intimate, emotionally honest film earning a 6.6 on IMDb.
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Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil is a delightful Malayalam comedy that explores love, family, and unexpected friendships set against the backdrop of a wedding. With an engaging plot and strong performances, this film is sure to resonate.
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In 'Narayaneente Moonnaanmakkal', three estranged brothers confront their past while reuniting to honor their dying mother. This poignant drama explores family ties and the weight of memories.
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Anuragam is a film set in Kochi, India that explores the complexities of modern-day relationships through the lives of three couples. The story follows Mercy, a single mother and banker who is loved by her manager, Jose, but still grieving the loss of her husband. Meanwhile, popu
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Ashakal Aayiram is a 2026 Tamil comedy-drama about a social media dreamer whose neighbourhood becomes a film set — and whose life changes completely. Funny, surprisingly moving, and sharply observed.
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